Malaysian king orders immediate, thorough probe into alleged child abuse, criminal cases at care homes
Malaysian king orders immediate, thorough probe into alleged child abuse, criminal cases at care homes CNA
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CLOSE TO 100 BANK ACCOUNTS FROZEN
According to Mr Razarudin, the police chief, a total of 96 bank accounts linked to GISB with a value of over RM580,000 (US$135,000) have been frozen by the authorities.
In addition, the authorities have ordered the confiscation of eight vehicles.
Previously reported by CNA, GISB was established in 2010 and has global assets totaling around RM325 million.
The police chief stated on Tuesday that the authorities may call up GISB executive chairman and chief executive officer Nasiruddin Mohd Ali in the future, although he did not provide a timeline for this.
Allegations of Sodomy and Misconduct
In a video posted on GISB’s Facebook page, Mr Nasiruddin acknowledged “one or two” cases of sodomy at the care homes but denied other allegations of misconduct.
“Indeed, there were one or two cases of sodomy, but why lump them (the cases) all together?” he said.
Mr Nasiruddin added: “I don’t want to blame the laws. It’s true we have done some wrongs in the eyes of the law but couldn’t there be some advice or discussions first?”
When asked about these remarks, Mr Razarudin stated that there was no need for the police to reach out to GISB prior to conducting their investigations.
“Let me ask you, do we hold a discussion prior to initiating an investigation?
“Although he mentioned that he has previously held discussions, but it was not with me, or (Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department Director Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain), and I don’t know what was discussed,” Mr Razarudin said, according to the Malay Mail.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
- Target 16.4: By 2030, significantly reduce illicit financial and arms flows, strengthen the recovery and return of stolen assets, and combat all forms of organized crime
- Indicator: Number of bank accounts frozen and assets confiscated in relation to illicit activities
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SDG 5: Gender Equality
- Target 5.2: Eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in the public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation
- Indicator: Number of cases of sodomy and other forms of sexual exploitation reported and investigated
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | Target 16.4: By 2030, significantly reduce illicit financial and arms flows, strengthen the recovery and return of stolen assets, and combat all forms of organized crime | Number of bank accounts frozen and assets confiscated in relation to illicit activities |
| SDG 5: Gender Equality | Target 5.2: Eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in the public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation | Number of cases of sodomy and other forms of sexual exploitation reported and investigated |
Analysis
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
The issues highlighted in the article are connected to SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, and SDG 5: Gender Equality.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
Based on the article’s content, the specific targets that can be identified are:
– Target 16.4: By 2030, significantly reduce illicit financial and arms flows, strengthen the recovery and return of stolen assets, and combat all forms of organized crime.
– Target 5.2: Eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in the public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
Yes, the article mentions indicators that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets. The indicators mentioned or implied in the article are:
– Number of bank accounts frozen and assets confiscated in relation to illicit activities (Indicator for Target 16.4)
– Number of cases of sodomy and other forms of sexual exploitation reported and investigated (Indicator for Target 5.2)
The article states that 96 bank accounts linked to GISB worth over RM580,000 have been frozen by the authorities, indicating progress in combating illicit financial flows. Additionally, the article mentions cases of sodomy at the care homes, which can be used as an indicator to measure progress in addressing violence and exploitation against women and girls.
By analyzing the article, we can identify the relevant SDGs, targets, and indicators, as well as provide detailed explanations and specific information from the article to support our analysis.
Source: channelnewsasia.com
